St. Tikhon’s Seminary Announces 2026 St. Nicholai Lecture
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SOUTH CANAAN, PA — St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary has announced the 2026 St. Nicholai of Zhicha Annual Lecture, inviting clergy, seminarians, and faithful from across the region to attend the upcoming event on March 17.
This year’s lecture will be delivered by Fr. Demetrio Azocar Martínez, Chancellor of the Diocese of Mexico. The annual lecture series honors the legacy of St. Nicholai of Zhicha and brings distinguished speakers to address topics of theological and pastoral importance.
The evening will begin with a Lenten fish dinner at 6:00 p.m., with advance registration required. The lecture will follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Archangel Michael Convocation Hall on the seminary campus.
Previously, the UOJ reported that St. Tikhon's Seminary Mission Choir performed at the White House.
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